Projects

Yuqun ZhangAbout 6 minProjects

Key Focus Projects

AI for Child Protection & Services: Algorithmic & Hardware-Software Integration
Collaborative project with Shenzhen Deyi Charity Promotion Association and Shenzhen Minors Assistance & Protection Center
Cross-disciplinary Research on Character Recognition & Information Extraction for Financial Services
Partnership with insurance institutions and financial system integrators
LLM and Time Series Model Fusion for Stock/Futures Price Prediction
Joint research with visiting PhD candidates from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
AI-powered Republican Era Local History & Genealogy Recognition/Extraction
Collaboration with History Department postgraduate researcher at Sun Yat-sen University
Quantum Computing Applications in Quantitative Finance
Industry partnership with quantitative investment practitioners
AI for Critical Mineral Supply Chain ESG Sustainability
Technical support project for interdisciplinary teams at Shenzhen University (Humanities-Social Sciences & Emerging Fields)

Research (Exploration) Projects

2023.03–Present ESG Data Management and Multimodal Large Model Service Platform
This project aims to develop a professional ESG data service and application system platform under international and domestic standard frameworks, integrating fintech solutions for intelligent processing of sustainability-related information. It enhances security, usability, scalability, and maintainability while reducing labor and financial costs, supporting corporate sustainability responsibilities and national carbon neutrality goals.
2023.06–2023.08 Urban Digital Twins and Database Construction from a Regional Perspective
Adapted overseas geographic and cultural materials for Chinese contexts, building databases and websites. For example, processed over 100 UK cultural promotion videos by intelligently extracting English voiceovers with advanced speech models, auto-translating and segmenting text, and synchronizing subtitles with timelines to create bilingual promotional videos.
2022.10–2023.05 User Intent-Based Scenic Spot Recommendation Method
Combined semantic understanding (NVDM-GSM, ETM, LDA topic models) with recommendation algorithms to transform user reviews into computable interest distributions. Integrated trajectory data and collaborative filtering for novel recommendations. Experiments used PyCharm, Python 3.8, Anaconda, RTX 3080 GPU, numpy, pandas, PyTorch, and scikit-learn.
2022.10–2023.05 Impact of Corporate ESG Performance on Expected Asset Returns
Empirically demonstrated a significant positive correlation between ESG performance and expected returns. Processed ESG scores from three rating agencies, applied factor models for return calculations, and validated results via regression analysis, difference tests, and robustness checks. Used regional CO₂ emissions intensity as an instrumental variable (2SLS) to mitigate endogeneity.
2022.09–2022.12 Structured Financial Sustainability Database and Visual Analytics
Constructed a database and dashboard to analyze ESG metrics of listed banks, leveraging internal/external reports. Tools included WordPress (frontend), Django (backend), Python, Tushare, Wind Terminal, and MySQL for data processing and news sentiment mining.
2022.04–2022.06 University Epidemic Prevention Management System
A campus-wide system for tracking pandemic-related data (logins, user management, health status, announcements). Developed on Eclipse with Tencent Cloud, Apache Tomcat, MySQL, HTML/CSS/JS, Layui, jQuery, and SSM framework.
2022.02–2022.02 Using $1,000 to Become a "Zillionaire"!
Built trading strategies for gold (stable, low-risk) and Bitcoin (volatile, high-reward). Predicted prices via Grey Model (GM) and LSTM, achieving favorable returns in backtesting.
2021.12–2022.03 WeBank’s Innovative Payment Product We2000: Experience & Research Report
Researched We2000 (a digital payment product integrating accounts, savings, loans, and rewards) through market analysis, user surveys, and optimization proposals. Recognized by WeBank for "Best Creativity."
2021.07–2021.07 "MindEase"—Next-Gen Mental Health Digital Solution
Designed an accessible, gamified mental health platform addressing stressors like academics and social pressures. Prototyped features blended professionalism, storytelling, and social interaction.
2021.04–2021.05 ARIMA-Based Online Book Sales Prediction with Multi-Factor Interaction
Modeled book inventory issues via ARIMA(p,d,q), using moving averages to adjust for seasonal sales fluctuations.
2020.10–2020.11 "Spring Buds Brave Winter": Reviving Super Species from Losses
Proposed four strategies (macro/micro environmental and internal analyses) to turnaround Yonghui’s "Super Species" retail chain.
2020.09–2020.10 ICBC "E-Circle"—Multi-Party FinTech Collaboration Platform
Addressed traditional banks’ inefficiencies by designing a smart platform integrating emerging tech for improved service quality.
2020.04–2021.03 "G-HST": Redefining Smart Sports with Blockchain + AI
Developed a virtual sports coach using federated learning on blockchain infrastructure, offering personalized training and data privacy.
A Fairer NBA Regular-Season Ranking Model
Redesigned NBA ranking rules via analytic hierarchy process (AHP), linear algebra, and probability theory to mitigate bias from opponent strength. Evaluated consistency (Pearson correlation) and reliability (discrimination metrics).

Course Reports

2022.11-2023.01 Financial Research Methods: Does Better ESG Performance Lead to Higher ROA? — Evidence from China's A-Share Market
This study explores the relationship between corporate ESG scores and Return on Assets (ROA). Through empirical analysis of A-share listed companies from 2010 to 2020, it finds a significant positive correlation between ESG performance and ROA, particularly within lower ESG performance ranges. However, in higher ESG performance ranges, the relationship turns negative. This insight suggests that market participants should balance social value and self-interest during ESG development.
2022.05-2022.06 FinTech Regulation & Legal Policy: Ant Group and Legal Oversight
Ant Group's IPO event drew widespread attention. This report delves into Ant Group's background, the IPO suspension (e.g., due to the Online Micro-Loan Business Management Measures), and analyzes whether it could relist. It also examines current financial regulatory frameworks and future trends, reflecting on the integration of innovation and policy.
2022.05-2022.06 Management Information Systems: VR MIS — Architects of the Metaverse
Virtual reality (VR) has gained traction for its immersive potential and role in the "metaverse" boom. This report investigates VR systems, covering definitions, components (e.g., UE5), applications, and implications for national tech development. It envisions VR MIS transforming daily life, making the world more efficient and engaging.
2022.05-2022.06 FinTech Frontiers: Agri-FinTech for Rural Revitalization
Rural credit systems face challenges like information asymmetry and lack of collateral. This report proposes "YuanBao," a data product leveraging FinTech (e.g., satellite-air-ground-network-human integration) to optimize credit risk assessment, linking farmers, institutions, and consumers.
2022.05-2023.06 FinTech Frontiers: Vehicle Loan Default Prediction via FATE Platform
With P2P platforms shifting to auto loans, this project uses Federated Learning on WeBank's FATE framework to build cross-company risk models for default prediction, enhancing lending decisions.
2022.05-2022.06 FinTech Frontiers: SaaS in Finance
Summarizing a WeBank expert lecture, this report covers real-name authentication, OCR, fraud detection, product design, and payment settlement in FinTech SaaS.
2022.04-2023.05 FinTech Frontiers: Python-Based Credit Scoring
A scoring card model predicts default likelihood using historical data, aiding loan approval and risk management.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Perceptible Economics
This modern economic framework uses sensor data and AI (e.g., WeBank’s "Lanyue" platform) to monitor real-time economic activity, bridging theory and sustainability.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Trends in FinTech
A comprehensive survey of FinTech’s evolution, current state, and 10 key trends across government, finance, and individual levels.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Banking Data Submission Compliance
Analyzes China’s regulatory standards for data submission (e.g., credit, transactions) across 10 themes.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Distributed Exam Systems
Proposes a scalable, fault-tolerant system to address concurrency issues in large-scale online exams.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Blockchain Primer
Reviews blockchain fundamentals (smart contracts, consensus mechanisms) for future FinTech applications.
2022.03-2022.04 FinTech Frontiers: Metaverse & Banking
Explores metaverse’s tech foundations (VR/AI/blockchain) and banking use cases.
2022.03-2022.05 MIS: Green Finance MIS
Examines green finance (e.g., carbon credits) and ESG-focused systems for institutions and regulators.
2021.10-2022.01 Marketing: Enabot’s Smart Pet Toy Strategy
A business plan analyzing Enabot’s AI pet monitors via 3C, STP, and 4P frameworks.
2021.10-2021.12 Corporate Valuation: Microsoft-LinkedIn M&A
Assesses the $26.2B deal’s rationale (e.g., synergy in social networking) and post-acquisition growth.
2021.10-2021.12 Innovation Management: WeFull—Smart Takeout Kiosks
A campus-focused solution for instant meal pickup, addressing food delivery inefficiencies.
2021.09-2021.12 AI/ML: Code Implementations
Covers algorithms (A* search, K-means), Pac-Man agents, and gesture recognition.
2021.05-2021.06 Investment: Portfolio Optimization
Uses Markowitz and Single Index Models to select stocks based on Sharpe ratios.
2021.05-2021.06 FinTech Intro: AI & Alternative Data in Asset Management
Profiles WeBank’s "Lanyue" platform for AI-driven ESG investing.
2021.05-2021.06 FinTech Intro: Regulatory System Building
Proposes 18 policy and 4 execution recommendations for China’s FinTech oversight.
2021.05-2021.06 Investment: Real Estate Securitization
Studies mortgage-backed securities and cases like "Shenfangli."
2021.05-2021.06 Math Modeling: Highway Maintenance
Optimizes Guangdong’s road upkeep using PQI metrics and particle swarm algorithms.
2021.04-2021.06 Financial Analysis: iFLYTEK
Recommends buying iFLYTEK stock based on its AI leadership in education/healthcare.
2021.04-2021.05 Math Modeling: Sensor Network Localization
Improves node positioning via hybrid MCDA algorithms.
2021.04-2021.06 Info Management: SAMN for Recommendations
Replicates a Python-based social attention model for personalized recommendations.
2021.04-2021.06 Behavioral Finance: Anchoring Effect
Experimental study on how cognitive needs influence anchoring biases.
2020.12-2021.01 HRM: Alibaba’s "Commissar" System
Evaluates Alibaba’s HR practices and political commissar model.
2020.11-2020.12 Leadership: FinTech & Social Responsibility
Discusses FinTech’s role in inclusive finance.
2020.11-2020.12 Corporate Finance: NEV Industry Report
Analyzes trends in China’s new energy vehicle sector.
2020.11-2020.12 Mao Zedong Thought: Innovation & IP
Reflections on tech exhibitions and Maoist theory in modern contexts.
2020.05-2020.06 Accounting: Xintai Electric Fraud
Case study on China’s first ChiNext delisting due to accounting fraud.
2020.05-2020.06 Antitrust Economics: Online Price Discrimination
Examines monopoly risks from big data-driven pricing.
2020.04-2020.06 CSR: Google’s Challenges
Critiques Google’s environmental, privacy, and diversity issues via value chain/diamond models.

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